Cordis Corporation Vistabritetip IG Introducer, Introducer Guide. Labeled as sterile, sterilized with ethylene oxide gas. For single use only. Catalog number 4038553S Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Vistabritetip IG Introducer, Introducer Guide. Labeled as sterile, sterilized with ethylene oxide gas. For single use only. Catalog number 4038553S
Brand
Cordis Corporation
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot # L0104244
Products Sold
Lot # L0104244
Cordis Corporation is recalling Vistabritetip IG Introducer, Introducer Guide. Labeled as sterile, sterilized with ethylene oxide ga due to The product is labeled as Straight Catheter but the package contains Contralateral Guide shaped Catheters.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
The product is labeled as Straight Catheter but the package contains Contralateral Guide shaped Catheters.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
A recall letter dated 04/30/2004 was sent to the consignees, instructing them to discontinue using the product and informed them that a Cordis representive would remove any unit in their possesion.
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For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directly.
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As reported by FDA
FL, IN, KS, OK, SC
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